Goodbye to FM 94/9

By Joe Nelson

Hot off the Press!

ENTERCOM SAN DIEGO ALTERNATIVE ROCK RADIO STATION FM 94/9 CHANGES NAMES



The Station will now go by ALT 949


SAN DIEGO, CA – FEBRUARY 1, 2018 – Entercom Communications Corp. (NYSE: ETM) today shared new name for FM 94/9. The alternative rock radio station will now be known as ALT 949. After sixteen years, KBZT continues to define the format and the addition of the ‘ALT’ to the moniker solidifies its place in the market as the Alternative Music leader.

Entercom is a leading American media and entertainment company and one of the top two radio broadcasters in the country. Entercom is now the #1 creator of live, original, local audio content in the United States and the nation’s unrivaled leader in news and sports radio. With a nationwide footprint of 235 stations, Entercom will engage over 100 million people weekly with a premier collection of highly-rated, award-winning radio stations, digital platforms and live events.



CONTACT:

Bob Bolinger

VP/Market Manger Entercom San Diego

619-718-7110

bob.boliner@entercom.com





About Entercom Communications Corp.

Entercom Communications Corp. (NYSE: ETM) is a leading American media and entertainment company reaching and engaging over 100 million people each week through its premier collection of highly rated, award winning radio stations, digital platforms and live events. As one of the country’s two largest radio broadcasters, Entercom offers integrated marketing solutions and delivers the power of local connection on a national scale with coverage of close to 90% of persons 12+ in the top 50 markets. Entercom is the #1 creator of live, original, local audio content and the nation’s unrivaled leader in news and sports radio. Learn more about Philadelphia-based Entercom at www.entercom.com, Facebook and Twitter (@Entercom).

Entercom Action - And There's Lots of It

By Joe Nelson

Lots of movement today at Entercom San Diego, I worked a long day, so I will just lay it all out here. It may not look pretty, but this is the nuts and bolts of it.

From Entercom:

We’re excited to introduce you to the newest members of the Sunny 98.1 team, AJ & Sara in the Morning, beginning tomorrow, February 1st from 5am – 9am on the New Sunny 98.1! 

We couldn’t be happier to have AJ, Sara, and their producer Hula join us! 

After AJ & Sara in the Morning, Dave Mason will keep you company during the midday from 9a-2p and he’ll have your favorite Greatest Hits with the Sunny 12 Noon Commercial Free Music Hour! 

Gene Knight maintains your afternoon-drive from 2pm to 7pm and Brooks O’Brian will round out your evenings from 7pm to midnight.

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Our New KyXy line up will be: 

Susan D – Mornings 

Dorothy Tran - Midday 

Joe Rosati Afternoon Drive 

Sherry Knight Evenings

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FM 94/9 will see a slight line-up change as Alexia Gloria pulls double duty. She will continue to do Midday on Energy as well as do Nights on FM 94/9! Hamby will move to overnights

ALL LINEUP CHANGES ARE EFFECTIVE THURSDAY FEBRUARY 1, 2018

There will be another update for Entercom and it will be published at 6PM today.

Failure to Publish a Story

By Joe Nelson

   A couple weeks ago, 105.7 MAX FM released their morning show. 'Kim and Sammy Jo'. I failed to report on this because by the time I got my new computer up and running and especially because of some medical stuff I have going on, I dropped the ball. By the time I got it all up and going, a significant amount of time had passed and the word was most certainly around town.

   This was no slight to either Kim or Sammy Jo, it was just how I explained it, and I hope they return to the air very soon!

As always, thanks for your support in this tough time and thanks for sticking with me.

-Joe

Max Cares Starts Thursday

By Joe Nelson

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 105.7 Max FM Launches “Max Cares- Taking Care of San Diego Together” 

San Diego, CA- 

105.7 MAX FM is proud to launch “Max Cares – Taking Care of San Diego Together”- a media outreach program that brings one local charity a month to the forefront with the goal of educating the community about the organization and the work they do in the community. The “Max Cares” initiative will inform listeners how they can become involved or volunteer with the organization, as well as how to tap into the charity’s resources if needed and how to donate or participate in their events or programs. 

Max Cares kicks off February 1st with Veterans Village of San Diego and will be supported by PetersenDean Home Improvement Contractor, with more participating charitable organizations to be announced shortly. President and Market Manager Mike Glickenhaus states “We feel a very strong obligation to help support and give back to the San Diego community. 

The goal with our “Max Cares” initiative is to help our audience learn more about the great work being done by numerous charitable organizations and how they may be able to get involved in those efforts. The work these organizations do and the people behind them is critical to so many San Diegans” 

Max Cares will also be supported by Mighty 1090 and ESPN 1700 as well as all BCA digital and social media platforms Broadcast Company of the Americas (BCA) operates The Mighty 1090 AM (mighty1090.com) 105.7 MAX-FM (1057max.com) and ESPN 1700 AM and holds the radio broadcast rights for the San Diego Gulls Hockey as well as the flagship for USD Football and Basketball. Visit our websites at www.mighty1090.com, www.1057maxfm.com.

Phil Farrar Takes Home the Gold

By Joe Nelson

National Award-winning San Diego and KOGO Radio broadcast journalist Phil Farrar has added some more hardware to his ever growing list.  This past Saturday on January 27th, Farrar received the Southern California Radio Television Golden Mike for a story he wrote, produced, voiced and edited in the 'Best News Serious Feature' category.  Phil talked to SanDiegoRadio about how the story came to be. Phil, thanks for your time.

The story was about the first student shot and killed at Columbine High School in Colorado back in 1999.  Rachel Joy Scott was gunned down while having lunch with a friend outside on school grounds.  She was posthumously honored last May during the National Conflict Resolution dinner held at the La Jolla Aventine.  Her parents were in attendance and received the San Diego Peacemaker award for the non-profit organization named after their daughter, 'Rachel's Challenge.'  Farrar says, "I was invited at the last moment to the dinner by Jessie Knight, Jr. and Joye Blount who are both advisory board members for NCR.  When they presented the award, I knew I had to tell this story about anti-bullying and how a grass roots non-profit organization has helped reduce teen suicides, depression, anxiety, school violence and may have helped prevent several school shootings around the world."

KOGO allowed Phil to do the story.  San Diego Unified School District has a direct partnership with 'Rachel's Challenge.'  The organization is testing a pilot program by allowing a member of the group to go to middle and high schools to talk with students.

This is Farrar's 3rd Golden Mike.  "It's an honor and a privilege to be recognized among the very, very best throughout Southern California." Phil says, "We are competing against San Diego, Santa Barbara, Ventura County and stations from Los Angeles."  Phil says any win is always a team effort.  "I received technical advice and help from producer/director Kevin Finnerty."  News Director Cliff Albert also reviewed the story before it aired and it was heard by thousands of listeners.

Phil has been honored with more than 70 awards during his twenty-plus years in radio and television here in San Diego for breaking news, military and sports reporting and anchoring.  He says, "You never set out to 'win' an award.  You do the best job you can to present the story in a unique, relevant and engaging manner.  I just want to provide and inform listeners and viewers with the best possible content so they make decisions or learn something from my stories."   

Congratulations, Phil!!

-Joe

For a link to the story,  click here:  https://soundcloud.com/phil-farrar-745895199/rachels-challenge-to-san-diego    

SanDiegoRadio Job Board 1-29-18

By Joe Nelson



Digital Marketing Strategist



Key Responsibilities:



Ø Work with Director of Event Marketing & Digital Sales and the Director of Digital to create the Digital Sales Strategy for LMD (Local Media Digital, company’s in house digital agency), 3 radio stations and 40+ signature festivals, concerts and events

Ø Help drive innovation by supporting 9 Account Executives generate creative ideas for digital client proposals and presentations.

Ø Must be able to see the big picture of how to combine radio, digital and events to help businesses find customers/grow their revenue

Ø Oversee digital inventory for all LMSD assets

Ø Manage the set-up, implementation, and delivery for Digital Audio Streaming, Display Advertising, Email Marketing & Paid Social Campaigns

Ø Optimize campaigns to meet client goals with maximum results

Ø Create reports, delivery analysis and recaps for all digital campaigns

Ø Respond to day-to-day client requests and questions

Ø Ensure positive and long lasting relationships with both clients and internal teams



Qualifications:



Ø Bachelors Degree or equivalent preferred

Ø Minimum of 3-5 years of digital agency or ad operations experience

Ø Must have a passion for digital media and a deep understanding of the digital media landscape and campaign best practices

Ø Strong Excel skills required. Experience in Google Analytics, DFP, Social Media Ad Placement & Targeting, Wordpress, 3rd Party Targeting, Programmatic, and Media Ad Operations a plus.

Ø Excellent problem solving and analytical skills needed with a demonstrated ability to manage deadlines while multi-tasking.

Ø Ideal candidates are detail oriented, creative, and able to interact with both sales and content creators, while meeting the demands of clients.

Ø Looking for someone who prides themselves on their work ethic, believes in integrity, values relationship building and has a great “must win” attitude





To apply, send cover letter and resume to adasilva@lmasandiego.com – Please specify the position you are applying for in the subject line. Local Media San Diego, LLC owns and operates Radio Stations in San Diego, CA. We offer a competitive benefits package and are an Equal Opportunity Employer. No phone calls, please.

Latest Ratings

By Joe Nelson

San Diego (#17)

SUBSCRIBER	FORMAT	NOV 17	DEC 17	HOL 17
KYXY-FM	AC	4.1	5.7	9.5
KPBS-FM	News Talk Info.	5.6	6.0	6.3
KXSN-FM	AC	5.3	5.8	5.9
KLNV-FM	Mexican Regional	3.8	4.1	5.1
KHTS-FM	Pop CHR	4.4	4.4	4.8
KMYI-FM	Hot AC	5.3	5.2	4.7
KOGO-AM	News Talk Info.	6.6	5.4	4.2
XHRM-FM	Rhythmic AC	4.7	4.4	3.9
XHTZ-FM	Pop CHR	3.8	4.2	3.9
KSON-FM	Country	4.6	3.7	3.6
XLTN-FM	Spanish Contemp.	2.8	3.7	3.5
KGB-FM	Classic Rock	3.8	3.9	3.3
KLQV-FM	Spanish Adult Hits	2.7	2.4	3.0
KFMB-FM	Adult Hits	4.6	3.8	2.7
KSSX-FM	Rhythmic	2.5	2.5	2.7
XHTY-FM	Mexican Regional	2.7	2.8	2.6
XTRA-FM	Alternative	2.4	2.3	2.4
KIOZ-FM	Active Rock	2.2	2.3	2.2
KLVJ-FM	Contemp. Christian	1.6	2.2	2.1
XPRS-FM	Classic Hits	2.7	2.5	2.1
KBZT-FM	Alternative	2.1	2.6	1.9
KFMB-AM	News Talk Info.	1.9	1.7	1.7
XPRS-AM	All Sports	1.5	1.2	1.2
KEGY-FM	Pop CHR	2.2	1.0	1.0
KLSD-AM	All Sports	1.1	1.2	1.0
KYDO-FM	Contemp. Christian	1.1	1.0	0.8
XOCL-FM	Spanish Adult Hits	0.7	0.8	0.8
KSDS-FM	Jazz	0.6	0.7	0.6
XHFG-FM	Spanish Contemp.	0.7	0.6	0.6
XHA-FM	Mexican Regional	0.2	0.3	0.3
XEMO-AM	Mexican Regional	0.3	0.3	0.2
XEPE-AM	All Sports	0.1	0.1	0.2
KYDQ-FM	Contemp. Christian	*	0.3	*

Kevin Callahan Re-signs with Entercom

By Joe Nelson

              

For Immediate Release Contact: Bob Bolinger

January 23, 2018 Phone: 619-718-7110

Email: bob.bolinger@entercom.com



ENTERCOM SAN DIEGO RE-SIGNS KEVIN CALLAHAN TO MULTI-YEAR DEAL



San Diego, CA – Entercom San Diego is pleased to announce that the company has entered into a multi-year agreement with Kevin Callahan as San Diego Market Operations Manager of all their stations and the Padres Radio Network. For the past several years, Kevin held a similar position as Operation manager of the three legacy Entercom San Diego stations, KSON, KBZT and KXSN. Entercom’s November 17, 2017 merger with CBS Radio added KyXy and KEGY to the fold.

Kevin has had a long and solid career working and programming before coming to San Diego as PD of KSON FM in 2010 and elevating to Operations Manager in 2014. Kevin was regional VP of Programming for Pamal Broadcasting last overseeing three markets in New York, one in Vermont and two in Florida. Before that Kevin oversaw nine stations in Colorado Springs and Pueblo Colorado. Kevin has also had programming stops is Denver, West Palm Beach and Omaha.



Entercom San Diego Market Manager, Bob Bolinger commented, “I’m thrilled Kevin will be leading our operations for many years to come. He is truly one of the elite broadcasters in America, who I’m confident will help us achieve record ratings and financial success.” Kevin Callahan commented, “Many thanks to Bob Bolinger, Pat Paxton and David Field for believing in me and giving me the tremendous opportunity in one of the most beautiful cities in America”.

Kevin Callahan can be reached at kevin.callahan@entercom.com



About Entercom Communications Corp:


Entercom Communications Corp. (NYSE: ETM) is a leading American media and entertainment company reaching and engaging over 100 million people each week through its premier collection of highly rated, award winning radio stations, digital platforms and live events. As one of the country’s two largest radio broadcasters, Entercom offers integrated marketing solutions and delivers the power of local connection on a national scale with coverage of close to 90% of persons 12+ in the top 50 markets. Entercom is the #1 creator of live, original, local audio content and the nation’s unrivaled leader in news and sports radio. Learn more about Philadelphia-based Entercom at www.entercom.com, Facebook and Twitter (@Entercom).

Phil Konstantin on John Coleman's Passing

B Joe Nelson

   My friend Phil Konstantin had a very nice tribute to his pal John Coleman, who passed away Saturday in Las Vegas. I wanted to share it here. Thanks Phil. Very nice.


Legendary TV personality John Coleman passed away January 20, 2018. He spent most of his 61 years in broadcasting as a weather forecaster. 

------Some of his accomplishments include using the first Chroma Key for weather forecasts (that's the special set up where the forecaster can stand in front of a changeable map due to special processes-see the attached photo). John was the original weather guy for ABC's Good Morning, America. He was one of the founders of The Weather Channel on cable TV. 

------John's last 20, or so, years on TV was at KUSI in San Diego. I had the pleasure of working with John at KUSI. He was a professional, and yet he could be fun and silly, too. His famous "K-UUUUUUU-S-I" was because the station owner once told everyone to emphasize the U in KUSI. John REALLY did that. 

-----I have posted 3 photos of John. The group shot is from 1972. John is on the bottom row on the left. Another photo is John standing in front of a Chroma Key or "green screen" at KUSI. The third photo is a picture I took on September 24, 2006 when a bunch of us went on a behind the scenes tour at the San Diego Wild Animal Park (now called Zoo Safari Park). John was feeding one of the giraffes. The giraffe was literally John's biggest fan.

-----Here are 3 video clips which feature John Coleman. One is from 1968 in Chicago and shows John as part of the news team. The other two clips are when John was at KUSI in San Diego. In case you didn't know, "SOSA" stands for a "Sort Of Santa Ana" when dry winds blew in from the east. . . . .
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1968 - - - https://youtu.be/QFXZvEvsP-8
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KUSI with many of his trademark comments: - - -https://youtu.be/vX61bRiAqFQ
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KUSI: It's Friday - - - https://youtu.be/5Rxk2Z_e1Tw
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-----We'll miss you, John.

John Coleman 1934-2018

By Joe Nelson

SanDiegoRadio.org has learned of the passing of yet another San Diego icon.

John Coleman, long time KUSI meteorologist has passed away at the age of 83.

John is obviously known around town as the KUSI weather man, but prior to that he was widely known as the co-founder of The Weather Channel.

John was also a part of the Joan Lunden and David Hartman team on the original Good Morning America.

SanDiegoRadio.org extends its condolences to John's entire family as well as the KUSI team.

-Joe

C.S. Keys Has Passed Away

By Joe Nelson

   SanDiegoRadio has received some very sad news.

Long time broadcaster (TV & Radio) C.S. Keys has passed away.

Keys arrived in San Diego in 2000 and quickly gained the respect of his fellow broadcasters and viewers.

This from Keys' online bio: "Recognized by the California State Assembly for his tireless efforts to help San Diego youth, Keys started his own foundations, C.S Keys’ KIDS with Athletes for Education Foundation, to help those in need. C.S. is a member of Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges and a graduate of North Carolina Central University in Durham, North Carolina with a B.A. in English/Media Journalism. Born in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania and raised in the Philadelphia area, C.S. is a member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., the National Weather Association, the NAACP, the National Association of Black Journalist, the San Diego Urban League and 100 Black Men of San Diego. A spokesperson for many worthwhile causes and a much sought after motivational speaker, C.S. is proud to make San Diego his home."

SanDiegoRadio extends their condolences to the Keys family.
-Joe

SanDiegoRadio January 2018 Spotlight

By Joe Nelson

This edition of The SanDiegoRadio Spotlight features JAM'N 95.7's Frankie V

SanDiegoRadio has the V-Bros Spirit!

Frankie, thanks for setting time aside for this interview, it's greatly appreciated


What is your current position?

I am currently the co-host of "Frankie And Tati" weekday mornings on JAM'N 95.7 as well as the Assistant Program Director and Music Director. I handle the afternoon show on 102.3 The Beat in Austin TX, weekends in LA at 102.7 KIIS-FM, in Boston on KISS 108, in Portland OR on JAM'N 107.5, and in Seattle on POWER 933! I am also heard nationally on many iHeart Radio stations throughout the country on the RCHR channel.


How are things with you right now? Life, work!
Life has been a rollercoaster for me the past couple years. From losing my dad, to moving to Boston, to moving back to San Diego, to moving back into morning drive... but life is starting to settle back in. I am fortunate that San Diego has accepted me as one of their own since 2006! The friends that have turned into family, co-workers that have been there for me, and beyond... shows me how lucky I truly am! Getting to wake up this city each morning is amazing, life is great!


San Diego… What is your favorite place to visit? Where is your favorite place to go out and eat?

It depends on my mood and there is SO much to do in this city. If I am looking for a good dinner with great people I love going to BARBUSA in Little Italy! They always treat me like family when I walk in the doors. If I am headed downtown for some drinks and a hang, I love to spend time at Rustic Root!! The team running that venue make for an amazing experience every time. I lived in Pacific Beach for 8 years of my life, so if I am feeling nostalgic and in the need of the beach... I return to the old stomping grounds! Big Bear, Palm Springs, Coronado, Del Mar Fairgrounds, and beyond... just so much to do and drive to from San Diego its amazing.

Is your job still as exciting like it was day one?

I get just as excited today as I did the first time I turned a mic on 16 years ago!

How do you view radio now, compared to the past, then looking to the future?

I view radio as a medium that people will always need! Sometimes I look at it as an even more important piece of media than ever. The connection we get to make with listeners, the companion we become on their ride to work, the new music we help them discover... it all happens because of radio!


How vital is the connection between an on-air personality and the listener?

That is key!! My favorite thing to hear from people is "You made me laugh on my way to work"! It is amazing that we speak into a microphone and hundreds of thousands hear it in their cars and beyond. That one on one connection is what makes this medium such a great one.

What are some facts about you that maybe no one knows, but could be interesting?

I played college football at Hamilton College in New York and am a member of the fraternity Delta Upsilon. I grew up in Framingham MA, which is 15 miles west of Boston. My younger brother also works in this business! He is the night host, assistant program director, and music director at KISS 108 in Boston!!! My sister is a cop and would arrest me and my bro if she had the chance lol!


What is your favorite movie?
Major League


With Social Media being so prevalent, tell me the advantages of using FB, Instagram, Twitter to connect with your listeners

Social media is an extension of our brand! It is a way to keep connected with our amazing listeners even after we are off the air! I love to learn about our audience via their social media and I enjoy keeping them connected to my life outside the studio as well!


What is your favorite radio moment?
Getting the call for my first full time radio gig, I will always remember it. I was substitute teaching to pay bills and was in the middle of 7th grade math class. My phone rangl, told the students I had to take the call, it was the program director at WJBQ in Portland Maine offering me the night show!!


How long have you been in radio?

My first part time air shift was in 2002


What broadcasters do you look up to?

The first person in media I looked up to was Steve Burton. He is the sports director and anchor at the station in Boston I grew up watching. He grew up on my street, went to the same schools as I did, and I would say to myself "if he did it, I can too"! Steve took me under his wing early in my career and taught me lots. I will always look up to him and many other broadcaster that took the time to guide me

If you could go back in time and work during any era of radio for a few days - which would you choose?

I enjoy this era of radio! It is such a 360 degree medium now. On the streets, in the studio, on your socials/websites! Technology has made this era a great one.


Is there anything else you’d like to share?

I'd like to give a big thank you to the amazing listeners in San Diego that have made this city home for me since 2006! Thanks to all the other media members in this market as well, we are all in this thing together!

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Program Director Named at FM 94/9

By Joe Nelson

Congratulations Chris!

For Immediate Release Contact: Kevin Callahan


Email: kevin.callahan@entercom.com



ENTERCOM SAN DIEGO NAMES CHRIS PATYK PD OF FM 94/9 (KBZT-FM)


San Diego, CA – Entercom San Diego announced today that Chris Patyk has been named PD of Alternative FM 94/9 (KBZT FM)

Chris has had a long and solid career working and programming in Los Angeles (KYSR-FM/Star 98.7), Phoenix (the Edge and KZON-FM) and Portland (KUFO). In 2013 Chris moved to America’s Finest City to program KEGY-FM (Energy). Three years later, he took over programming duties for A/C KYXY-FM. Chris was named PD of KBZT when Kevin Callahan (Entercom San Diego OM/PD KSON) took over interim PD duties at KYXY-FM after the recent Entercom/CBS Radio merger was complete.


“It was a no brainer to elevate Chris Patyk to this role based on his experience” said Entercom San Diego OM Kevin Callahan. ““I’m thrilled, excited and about every other adjective you can think of to be part of this amazing Entercom alternative team that loves radio and the music. Working alongside of our APD/MD Jeremy Pritchard and massively talented on-air and promotional team is going to be a lot of fun!” said Chris recently. “Thank you to Bob Bollinger, Kevin Callahan, Pat Paxton and Chris Oliviero for giving me the keys. Let’s take over San Diego!”

Chris Patyk can be reached at chris.patyk@entercom.com


**Note: Chris is also still PD for Energy 97.3

About Entercom Communications Corp:




Entercom Communications Corp. (NYSE: ETM) is a leading American media and entertainment company reaching and engaging over 100 million people each week through its premier collection of highly rated, award winning radio stations, digital platforms and live events. As one of the country’s two largest radio broadcasters, Entercom offers integrated marketing solutions and delivers the power of local connection on a national scale with coverage of close to 90% of persons 12+ in the top 50 markets. Entercom is the #1 creator of live, original, local audio content and the nation’s unrivaled leader in news and sports radio. Learn more about Philadelphia-based Entercom at www.entercom.com, Facebook and Twitter (@Entercom).




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Program Director Named at 91X

By Joe Nelson

From 91X...

Congratulations Garett!!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 January 9, 2018 

Contact: Joe Lindsay jlindsay@lmasandiego.com 

GARETT MICHAELS NAMED PROGRAM DIRECTOR OF 91X SAN DIEGO (San Diego, CA) SAN DIEGO, CA – 

Veteran radio programmer and consultant Garett Michaels has been named Program Director of 91X (XTRA-FM). Michaels’ San Diego radio roots date back to 2002 as the founding Program Director of KBZTFM, a position he held for nearly a decade. After spending two years as the Program Director of KNDD-FM “107.7 The End” in Seattle, Michaels returned to San Diego in December 2015 to become Program Director of KFMB-FM, and was responsible for the rebrand of JACK-FM to the highly successful launch of 100.7 KFM-BFM. 

In January 2017, following the end of the joint operating agreement between Local Media San Diego and Midwest Television, Michaels decided to exercise his option to leave the KFMB Stations, and has been serving as consultant to 91X ever since. “After spending the last year consulting and working with the team, I couldn’t be more excited to officially join Local Media San Diego”, said Michaels. “It's an honor to be a part of 91X, a station that represents the San Diego lifestyle, has deep roots serving our local community, and is truly one of the icons of the Alternative format. 

I’m thankful to Gregg Wolfson, Norm McKee and the LMSD Board for making this possible.” “Garett is the best man for the job,” said LMSD Vice President / General Manager Gregg Wolfson. “His knowledge of San Diego, expertise in alternative radio, and leadership skills provide us much confidence as we celebrate 91X’s 35th birthday.” 91X is owned and operated by Local Media San Diego, LLC, a privately held San Diego-based company. LMSD also operates Z90.3 (XHTZ-FM) and Magic 92.5 (XHRM-FM).

KFMB Raises Over 1M for Charity

By Joe Nelson


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE



Contact: Dave Sniff


AM 760 KFMB RAISES OVER $1.1 MILLION TO BENEFIT LOCAL MILITARY CHARITY


(San Diego, CA) AM 760 KFMB collected over $1,000,000 during their annual radiothon fundraiser to benefit the Warrior Foundation/Freedom Station, a San Diego charity helps veterans recover both physically and mentally from service injuries.

The funds raised enabled the Warrior Foundation/Freedom Station to purchase airline tickets for injured military veterans, so they can spend the holidays at home with their families. During the month of December AM 760 encourages listeners to donate on-line with the highlight of the campaign happening on December 8th when the station conducts the annual “radiothon”, a full day of phone and on-line donations. The current total collected for the entire month of December was $1,107,245.00.

“I’ve never seen such an overwhelming response like this before” said Sandy Lehmkuler, president and founder of the organization. “Our heartfelt thanks to AM 760 for their continued support of our troops.”

“We are honored to tell the story of the amazing work the Warrior Foundation/Freedom Station does here in San Diego” said KFMB-AM Director of Programming Dave Sniff. “Our listeners hear the message, they want to help they and generously donate to this worthy cause.”

In addition to providing holiday transportation for injured veterans the funds raised will help build Freedom Station 2, a multi-unit housing facility that assists injured veterans transition to civilian life.

Individuals can continue to donate to the Warrior Foundation/Freedom Station by visiting www.760kfmb.com.

Midwest Television, Inc. is San Diego's leading multimedia company, operating CBS 8/KFMBTV, CW San Diego, AM 760 KFMB, 100.7 KFM-BFM and KFMB Interactive, the market's only television/radio/digital/mobile media powerhouse serving the community round-the-clock.

SanDiegoRadio Needs Your Help

By Joe Nelson

   Well, as luck would have it, my laptop has taken a dirt nap. I am borrowing one for a bit, but it is time to invest in a new one.

   What makes it worse is that Apple has discontinued the mobile app for running the site, so I can only do it from a computer.

   I do SDR for free, as a service to the radio industry and its readers/listeners.

Any help would be greatly appreciated!

Link HERE --> GoFundMe for SanDiegoRadio

Thanks,
Joe

Jeff Detrow Heading North

By Joe Nelson

Jeff Detrow, the Jeff of Jeff and Jer, will be packing up the UHaul truck and heading North.

Jeff is moving to Sacramento to work afternoons on Christian Radio. Jeff will be heard locally on K-Love 102.1 starting next week.

Congratulations Jeff!

Joe Nelson

The Show adds Emily Griffiths

By Joe Nelson

   iHeart Radio's The Show on Rock 105.3 has added another voice.

Emily Griffiths, formerly of The Jeff and Jer Showgram is now part of the morning show.

Congratulations, Emily!
This is from Rock's website:


"Emily Griffiths is a second generation San Diego native.

She began her radio career in 2003 as a courier at Clear Channel Communications.

After realizing how much she loved radio, she approached The Jeff and Jer Showgram (who had recently arrived at Star 94.1 FM) and asked them to give her a shot as an assistant...and they did! Emily watched, learned and eventually became a full-time on-air personality with the Showgram. She spent 7 years with the Showgram and has great love and admiration for the team who was inducted into the Radio Hall Of Fame in 2016.

Emily is beyond excited for this new chapter in her life with The Show on Rock 105.3! The fit couldn’t be more perfect as rock, punk and live music are some of her favorite things.

Some of her MOST favorite things include: being a momma to her rambunctious 7-year-old son Reed; being a fiance; cooking; crafting; spending time with her dogs, cat and fish; being outside; and smiling."

-Joe Nelson

Sileo Departs XEPRS

By Joe Nelson

   The Mighty 1090's Dan Sileo announced yesterday he has left the station. No reason was given, other than to say that there is a new station coming and that they are 'building it around him'.

   Sileo took over the morning show duties at 1090 in early 2014 and the ratings for the sports talker did gain a significant uptick.

   What does this mean for mornings at 1090? Joe Tutino and Ben Higgins are currently on the air, but could this leave the door open for Scott & BR to return to mornings? Does Hacksaw see a return to afternoons?

   The bigger picture- What station is building around Sileo? I had several messages overnight. Many believe it is FM 949. Is this the long-anticipated flip to sports talk?

Stay tuned...
Joe